How 1 Million Robots Are Taking Over Amazon Warehouses

This episode of The Journal explores Amazon's increasing reliance on robots in its warehouses and the potential impact on the American labor force. The podcast details how Amazon has integrated robots to improve efficiency, reduce workplace injuries, and increase productivity. It also addresses the concerns of human workers and unions about job displacement and the changing nature of work at Amazon. The discussion includes the possibility of "lights out" facilities in the future, where robots perform most tasks with minimal human intervention, and examines Amazon's influence on broader labor trends, including wages, layoffs, and return-to-work policies.